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I finally can ride a REAL bike!!!!
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 1:13 AM GMT So, while I actually was given a bike early on (about 6 or 7), I was never pushed to ride it and have never been on one. For the last year I've been riding a stationary bike used in gyms with high levels of resistance. While it's not the same and I have never had ANY legitimate balance, I finally was able to actually move on my own today on a REAL bicycle! On one level, I still feel pathetic as it took some assistance to do it. After brunch today, with many Mimosas, my friends somehow convinced me to get on a bike and trust them with assisting me. It was hilarious and difficult. To add to the humiliation, it was at my friends Condo on a Golf Course/Horseback Riding club. Other residents started to film the spectacle and I sort of became the afternoon joke. Someone said, "We'll send you the video!" I replied, "If you send it to America's Funniest Home Videos, I'm getting 80% of the $100,000!" It was sad, BUT I got it and I'm so happy. One goal for the year, down ...and list continues...

Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 1:16 AM GMT Good for you. A lot of people wouldn't have bothered trying. You should be proud of yourself.
MSUBioNerd Posts: 1430	Mar 30, 2009 3:20 AM GMT Congrats. I still don't know how. It's something I'm planning on learning this summer. The fact that it snowed today is a good excuse why I haven't been trying lately.
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 4:32 AM GMT Oh jeez. Is this just an excuse to buy a pair of bike shorts? If so, please post pics.
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 4:37 AM GMT I already own two pair that I use on my Stationary and in Yoga. You are on my hotlist, so I'll see what I can do about those pics for you!
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 7:56 AM GMT Kudos! It's always easier for kids - those little idiots don't know what a broken collar bone is. Next: Roller blading?
junknemesis Posts: 646	Mar 30, 2009 8:06 AM GMT Shorts just for biking? Are they different? Pics please so I know what to buy? Hmmm... maybe I'll ask a the bike store.
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 10:46 AM GMT Wow Jason, How cool! Just goes to show we are never too old to give up an old fear and move forward. That must have been very freeing when they let go and you realized your were doing it on your own,,,, Kudos Bud!
junknemesis Posts: 646	Mar 30, 2009 10:56 AM GMT Hey does this mean there is one more person to potetially become a friend and go biking with?
cbrett Posts: 393	Mar 30, 2009 10:57 AM GMT good on you mate i did the same about 4 weeks ago, i have different problem i grew up on a property so i no how to ride a push bike and moter bike in big open spaces i have no id how to ride on the road but due to the fact i have meet a great guy who rides every day i though i better learn, well im up too about 30 min riding I have not hurt myself but i have had 2 flat tyre's but im still having fun. keep up the good work mate you are never too old to learn new things
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 3:21 PM GMT looknrnd saidSo, while I actually was given a bike early on (about 6 or 7), I was never pushed to ride it and have never been on one. For the last year I've been riding a stationary bike used in gyms with high levels of resistance. While it's not the same and I have never had ANY legitimate balance, I finally was able to actually move on my own today on a REAL bicycle! On one level, I still feel pathetic as it took some assistance to do it. After brunch today, with many Mimosas, my friends somehow convinced me to get on a bike and trust them with assisting me. It was hilarious and difficult. To add to the humiliation, it was at my friends Condo on a Golf Course/Horseback Riding club. Other residents started to film the spectacle and I sort of became the afternoon joke. Someone said, "We'll send you the video!" I replied, "If you send it to America's Funniest Home Videos, I'm getting 80% of the $100,000!" It was sad, BUT I got it and I'm so happy. One goal for the year, down ...and list continues... Kick Ass man !!!!
Hidden member	Mar 30, 2009 5:01 PM GMT junknemesis saidShorts just for biking? Are they different? Pics please so I know what to buy? Hmmm... maybe I'll ask a the bike store. Bikes shorts for road use have lycra in them for compression, and a "chamois" pad in the crotch for saddle comfort. Most guys use them without underwear, as their design holds your junk up. This pic following a Nov '08 ride down to Key West, Florida.
Hidden member	Mar 31, 2009 2:08 AM GMT Red_Vespa said junknemesis saidShorts just for biking? Are they different? Pics please so I know what to buy? Hmmm... maybe I'll ask a the bike store. Bikes shorts for road use have lycra in them for compression, and a "chamois" pad in the crotch for saddle comfort. Most guys use them without underwear, as their design holds your junk up. This pic following a Nov '08 ride down to Key West, Florida. Yummy!!! Now, that's what I call some Pretty JUNK... Makes me wanna go for a ride in more ways than one !
Hidden member	Mar 31, 2009 6:16 AM GMT HornyGuyNexTDoor is drooling over another hottie as usual. Oh well.. You have good taste.
Hidden member	Mar 31, 2009 6:30 AM GMT I cant imagine biking with just the bike shorts. I don't do yoga or my own stationary without gym shorts on top. It's just all out there and my package, while reasonable in size, is emphasized by scar tissue from a surgery when I was young. So, I look HUGE! It's odd and I don't want people just staring at my joystick. I'm more than a piece of meat, thank you! We'll see...
Hidden member	Mar 31, 2009 8:02 AM GMT Black bike shorts are less revealing: (well...somewhat less) I'm with the OP - I wear gym shorts over top or I feel like I'm out in my boxerbriefs.
Mccrae Posts: 48	Apr 20, 2009 9:33 AM GMT Red_Vespa said junknemesis saidShorts just for biking? Are they different? Pics please so I know what to buy? Hmmm... maybe I'll ask a the bike store. Bikes shorts for road use have lycra in them for compression, and a "chamois" pad in the crotch for saddle comfort. Most guys use them without underwear, as their design holds your junk up. This pic following a Nov '08 ride down to Key West, Florida. Am I not supposed to wear underwear with knickers? Anyway applause to you mate! Keep it up and in no time you will be like red_vespa.
roadbikeRob Posts: 850	Apr 25, 2009 4:06 PM GMT I did not start seriously riding a bike until I was in my mid 30s. So you are never too old to learn how to ride a bike. As for bike shorts, it all depends on comfort and what are your color preferences.
Hidden member	Apr 26, 2009 8:37 AM GMT It amazes me that there are adults who don't know how to ride a bike. I'm glad you learned how. I use a bike as my main source of transportation. I couldn't have imagined living life without it as my entire 20's was basically devoted to getting wherever I needed to be by cycling there.
Hidden member	Apr 26, 2009 9:40 AM GMT I am reminded of an episode of FRIENDS the one where Phoebe learned to ride a bike.
Hidden member	Apr 26, 2009 9:43 AM GMT solemate saidI am reminded of an episode of FRIENDS the one where Phoebe learned to ride a bike. LOOOOOOOOL I remember watching that episode.

islandofisle Posts: 192	Apr 27, 2009 3:08 AM GMT lol friends! good time. congratulations man ^_^ now you can ride to wherever you want to go!